The European Central Bank (ECB) has initiated the formation of two working groups to facilitate the integration of the digital euro into ATMs and payment terminals. These groups, part of the ECB's Rules Development Group, will focus on creating implementation guidelines for ATM and terminal providers, addressing communication technologies, offline transaction capabilities, and the reuse of existing payment standards. Additionally, they will design testing and certification processes for payment solutions within the digital euro ecosystem.The ECB plans to conduct a 12-month pilot for the digital euro starting in the second half of 2027, involving a select group of merchants, Eurosystem staff, and payment service providers. This initiative aims to ensure the seamless adoption of the digital euro across various payment infrastructures.